JOB DESCRIPTION
Project Manager e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications.
The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future.
Position Title: Project Manager
Department: Project Implementation and Operations
Entity: CS e-STORAGE
Reports To: Project Director
Location: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Adelaide - Australia
Position Summary:
The Project Manager will be responsible for managing the execution of BESS projects from Limited Notice to Proceed activities through to Final Completion.
This will include managing and coordinating all related activities with various stakeholders including internal departments, the client/owner, equipment vendors, EPCs, general contractors, and various subcontractors to provide a 'turn-key' BESS project.
A significant amount of project management and EPC construction experience is required, along with demonstrated influence, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the execution of one or more cross-functional projects of medium to high complexity (quality, scope, schedule, cost, communication, resource issues, risks, and customer satisfaction).
Serve as the primary point of contact by establishing, maintaining, and managing customer, subcontractor, and joint venture partner (where applicable) expectations regarding project performance.
Assemble project plans, assign teamwork, direct and monitor work efforts, identify resource needs, perform quality reviews, and escalate issues related to functionality, quality, and timelines.
Coordinate communication across the organization impacting the scope, budget, risk, and resources.
Assess the need for additional staff or consultants and recruit as needed during the project cycle.
Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot issues.
Define project success criteria and disseminate them throughout the project life cycle.
Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise team members and contractors, encouraging accountability.
Build and grow business relationships vital to project success.
Conduct project post-mortems and create recommendation reports to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.
Ensure all environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures are followed.
Complete other duties and projects as assigned.
Requirements:
Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) degree or diploma.
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing construction projects, preferably in utility-scale renewable projects.
Strong negotiation, facilitation, risk management, and consensus-building skills.
Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems, and photovoltaic or energy storage system applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally and influence executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and execute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong ownership mentality.
Expert knowledge of creating business requirements, work plans, project schedules, and associated project artifacts.
Professional-level proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS 365, Microsoft Project).
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to travel up to 50% domestically as needed per project.
Ability to work successfully both independently and in a team environment.
Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct.
Compensation & Benefits:
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement.
Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, vacation, and sick days.
Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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